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critiques

n. countable
C1 Advanced US //kɹɪˈtiks// UK //kɹɪtˈiːks// cri·tiques

n. a detailed review or judgment of something, like a book, an idea, or a piece of art. It looks at both the good and bad parts to explain how well something works.

n. a detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory. Often implies a systematic evaluation rather than a simple opinion.


SIMPLE

The professor gave me several helpful critiques of my essay.

CONTEXTUAL

After the performance, the director offered specific critiques to each actor to help them improve for the next show.

COMPLEX

The author's latest work has faced sharp critiques from historians who argue that the narrative prioritizes dramatic tension over factual accuracy regarding the treaty negotiations.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used in academic or professional contexts; frequently paired with the verbs 'offer', 'provide', or 'receive'.

Pitfall

He gave a critique about my work.He gave a critique of my work.The noun 'critique' is typically followed by the preposition 'of' when identifying the subject being analyzed.

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